Kartini Day on 21 April: Is There a Flag Ceremony? Check the Regulations
The commemoration of Kartini Day, which falls every 21 April, is an important national moment observed annually. As the date approaches, many seek to know whether a flag ceremony is held on the remembrance day.
This question often arises, particularly in school and government office environments. So, is Kartini Day on 21 April 2026 required to be marked with a flag ceremony like other national days?
Is There a Flag Ceremony on Kartini Day?
Referring to Presidential Decree (Keppres) No. 108 of 1964 on the Designation of Kartini Day, the government has set 21 April as a national remembrance day to honour the services of R.A. Kartini. However, the provisions do not regulate any obligation to hold a flag ceremony.
Additionally, Kartini Day is not included in the list of national holidays. This means its commemoration proceeds on a regular working day without any special government provisions regarding the holding of a ceremony.
In practice, the holding of a flag ceremony on Kartini Day depends on the policies of each institution. According to applicable regulations, schools or government offices may organise a ceremony as a form of respect, but it is not mandatory on a national level.
Example Agenda for Kartini Day Ceremony
For institutions or schools wishing to hold a flag ceremony to commemorate Kartini Day, here is an example agenda that can be used:
Preparation of the ceremony troop
The ceremony commander enters the field
The ceremony leader enters the field
Honouring the ceremony leader
Report by the ceremony commander
Hoisting of the Red and White flag accompanied by the song “Indonesia Raya”
Moment of silence led by the ceremony leader
Reading of the Pancasila text
Reading of the Preamble to the 1945 Constitution
Address by the ceremony leader (containing the values of R.A. Kartini’s struggle)
Singing the song “Our Mother Kartini” and/or other mandatory national songs
Reading of a prayer
Report by the ceremony commander
Honouring the ceremony leader
The ceremony leader leaves the field
Ceremony concluded
This agenda can be adjusted according to the needs and policies of each institution or school.
The commemoration of Kartini Day has no obligation to hold a flag ceremony based on government regulations. However, ceremony activities can still be carried out as a form of respect for Kartini’s struggle.